1969 Ferrari Dino vs. 1981 Renault 5
To start off, 1981 Renault 5 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ferrari Dino would be higher. At 2,419 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Ferrari Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ferrari Dino (193 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1981 Renault 5. (158 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Ferrari Dino weights approximately 30 kg more than 1981 Renault 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1969 Ferrari Dino (225 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 5. (221 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1969 Ferrari Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ferrari Dino | 1981 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Renault |
| Model | Dino | 5 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2419 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 51 L |
